Lot 1155

Koma-Bulsa Culture, (3) clay figures

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Description

Koma-Bulsa Culture, (3) clay figures, Possibly 14th-16th c. CE, Komaland, North Ghana, hand-moulded earthenware, including a seated figure and two fragmentary busts, one bust mounted to wood stand, 9.5"h (largest)

Provenance: Estate of Distinguished Professor Philip Gould, NYC

Notes/Literature: Professor of Chinese Art History at Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College, Professor Philip Gould was a passionate collector of African Art, and curated numerous museum and gallery exhibitions from his personal collection.

Condition

Good, appears to be authentic old surface, seated figures with visible break repairs to head and leg, all with scattered small losses, surface wear typical of age and material **Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.

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Koma-Bulsa Culture, (3) clay figures

Name: Koma-Bulsa Culture, (3) clay figures
SKU: 112683283
Price: 475 USD
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